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Veterinary Assistant
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Sydney Indian Reserve No. 28A, NS · Sydney, NS
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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Veterinary Assistant
VetStrategy / Daubigny
Vancouver, BC
Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners.
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VCA Animal Hospitals
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
- Full-time
A Veterinary Assistant (VA) certificate or equivalent clinical experience is considered an asset.
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Veterinary Assistant, Western Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre
VCA Animal Hospitals
Calgary, AB
- Internship
Western Veterinary Specialist and Emergency Centre is welcoming an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our fun and motivated team of professional pet health caregivers.
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Assistant Professor (Teaching), Bioprocessing, Cellular and Molecular Bioengineering
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
- $28.9 to $31.63 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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VCA Animal Hospitals
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- Internship
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Veterinary Assistant, Medical Oncology, Western Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Centre
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- Internship
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Auxiliary Animal Care Technician
University of British Columbia
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- Full-time
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Emergency Veterinary Assistant (Locum) - Whitby, ON
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
Whitby, ON
- $21 to $27 CAD / hour
1+ years in a veterinary assistant role (emergency or specialty experience is a bonus!)
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Surgical Assistant
LASIK MD
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
Your experience in the healthcare field is considered an asset (Optometric Assistant, Orderly, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Lab Technician, Sterilization Assistant, Animal Health Technician,…
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Primary Healthcare Centre
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON · Greater Guelph Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Primary Healthcare Centre
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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LASIK MD

Surgical Assistant

Ottawa, ON, Canada

The wage range for this role is $21,49 - 24,71 $ p/hr. · Full-time

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Pay: The wage range for this role is $21,49 - 24,71 $ p/hr.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 21, 2026

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SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Ottawa, ON

Working in a LASIK MD clinic (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the feeling of a mission accomplished and a job well done. It is seeing happiness in the eyes of patients and realizing that you have changed the way they see life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career that meets your full potential.

Join our team, where our Great Place to Work® certification represents our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture for every member of our organization.

This posting is for an existing vacancy

The wage range for this role is $21,49 - 24,71 $ p/hr.

A look at your benefits

You are eligible to receive a bonus.
You have a permanent full-time position (approx. 35hrs/week). Please note that weekly hours are based on operational needs, may vary, and are not guaranteed.
You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick days & 1 wellness day.
You benefit from group insurance, telemedicine & RRSP match.
You work with experts in Ophthalmology & you can count yourself as a team member of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Your tasks at a glance

You sterilize instruments and set up tools as needed.
You reassure patients before and after their procedure and ensure they feel at ease showing empathy.
You clearly explain the post-operative medication (eye drops) schedule to patients.
You coordinate the flow of patients in and out of the operating room.
You are comfortable working on your feet in the operating room and within the operating room area.
You are a stickler for details and work with precision and accuracy.
You like working in a team and know by heart the actions to take to coordinate each intervention.
You help support other technical roles as needed, such as Clinical Assisting.
You support the organization’s Risk Management program by identifying and promptly reporting patient safety concerns, incidents, or potential risks to clinic management, to assist in the organization’s overall efforts to identify, report, and mitigate risks.

A clear view of your assets

You have excellent communication skills in English and in French.
You find it easy to connect with others and quickly build trust.
You have a sense of responsibility and take your role seriously.
You have a definite interest in the field of health and in helping others.
You are comfortable with computers, technology, and Microsoft 365 (knowledge of EMR systems is an asset).
Your experience in the healthcare field is considered an asset (Optometric Assistant, Orderly, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Lab Technician, Sterilization Assistant, Animal Health Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, etc.).
You can travel for training and for work to other clinics (expenses covered by Groupe Vision), if necessary.
Schedule: You have flexible availability to work Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, as well as occasional Saturdays on rotation.

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If you think you are the right candidate for this position and are ready to join a passionate and dedicated team, apply now.

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Responsibilities

The Surgical Assistant is responsible for sterilizing instruments, setting up the operating room, and coordinating patient flow. They also provide emotional support to patients before and after procedures and explain post-operative medication schedules.

Requirements

Candidates should have excellent communication skills in English and French and be comfortable with technology and Microsoft 365. Previous experience in a healthcare setting such as optometry, dentistry, or medical device reprocessing is considered an asset.

Skills

Sterilization
Patient care
Empathy
Communication
Precision
Teamwork
Clinical assisting
Risk management
Microsoft 365
EMR systems
Attention to detail

Benefits

Bonus
Free LASIK surgery
Vacation
Sick days
Wellness day
Group insurance
Telemedicine
RRSP match

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Keywords

Surgical Assistant
Ophthalmology
Sterilization
Patient safety
Clinical assisting
Risk management
Microsoft 365
EMR
Optometric Assistant
Medical Device Reprocessing
Healthcare
Patient flow
Post-operative care

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